Maj. Gen. Adang Visits Luke AFB

Royal Netherlands Air Force Lt. Col. Joseph Luijsterburg, RNLAF senior representative at the 308th Fighter Squadron and Maj. Gen. Robert Adang, RNLAF deputy commander, pose for a photo in front of a F35A Lightning II, Mar. 3, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit highlighted collaboration between the United States and the Netherlands in strengthening fifth-generation training capabilities and enhancing allied interoperability through joint F-35 operations at Luke Air Force Base. These partnerships support the 56th Fighter Wing’s mission and reinforce its role as the largest fighter wing in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Maj. Gen. Adang Visits Luke AFB

Royal Netherlands Air Force Lt. Col. Joseph Luijsterburg, RNLAF senior representative at the 308th Fighter Squadron, and Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force Maj. Gen. Robert Adang (right), RNLAF deputy commander, examine an F-35 helmet, Mar. 3, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Adang oversees operational strategy, force development, and international partnerships that enhance allied airpower capabilities for the Netherlands. His visit reinforces a shared commitment to readiness and underscores Luke AFB’s mission to develop combat-ready Airmen alongside allied partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Maj. Gen. Adang Visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. John Ryan(left), 56th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force Maj. Gen. Robert Adang (right), RNLAF deputy commander, pose for a photo, Mar. 3, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The RNLAF and Luke AFB share a longstanding partnership centered on advanced fighter training and fifth-generation airpower development. Through integrated training, shared expertise and daily collaboration, both nations strengthen readiness, improve interoperability and enhance collective combat capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Maj. Gen. Adang Visits Luke AFB

Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force Maj. Gen. Robert Adang, RNLAF deputy commander, listens to a briefing from an Airman assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing, Mar. 3, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Adang’s visit focused on F-35 training operations, pilot production, interoperability standards, and future opportunities to expand multinational cooperation at the 56th FW. Through meaningful partnerships, Luke AFB continues to shape an environment where excellence and cooperation drive mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Maj. Gen. Adang Visits Luke AFB

Published March 11, 2026
By Airmen 1st Class Tekorey Watkins
56 FW/PA

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- Royal Netherlands Air Force Lt. Col. Joseph Luijsterburg, RNLAF senior representative at the 308th Fighter Squadron and Maj. Gen. Robert Adang, RNLAF deputy commander, pose for a photo in front of a F35A Lightning II, Mar. 3, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit highlighted collaboration between the United States and the Netherlands in strengthening fifth-generation training capabilities and enhancing allied interoperability through joint F-35 operations at Luke Air Force Base. These partnerships support the 56th Fighter Wing’s mission and reinforce its role as the largest fighter wing in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)